Anti-Corruption Baraza in Ongoro, Agai Town Council, Maracha District.

Minister Balaam Intervenes in Jinja District Leadership Disputes to Improve Service Delivery

Anti-Corruption Baraza in Ongoro, Agai Town Council, Maracha District.

Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Local Government, Ben Kumumanya officially onboarding district leaders during the Gulu workshop

Group photo of district leaders, Ministry officials, UNCDF representatives and partners at the conclusion of the workshop

Mr. Stephen Koma, Commissioner District Inspection, signing the commitment board on behalf of the government.

The LoCAL Facility Coordinator, Eng. Paul Kasule speaking during the workshop

Technical officers participating in training sessions and group discussions

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ADVANCING LoCAL AND GLOBAL PARTNERSHIPS FOR CLIMATE ACTION AT COP31

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At the 31st United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP31) in Antalya,Turkey, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Local Government (MoLG), Mr Ben Kumumanya, welcomed Nepal’s Minister of Agriculture,…

From A Bicycle Carrying Matooke To A Market For His People: Hon. Balaam Commissions The Wavamunno Market In Rugaaga

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“Go And Do God’s Work, Sweep Corruption Out Of Uganda” — Reverend’s Message As Hon. Balaam Attends Special Prayers In Rugaaga

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Rugaaga, Isingiro — Hon. Balaam Barugahara and his anti-corruption team attended special prayers organized at the Rugaaga Church built by businessman Gordon Wavamunno, in a moment that…

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Rwetango, Isingiro — Hon. Balaam Barugahara, alongside Hon. Bright Rwamirama, has taken a tour around Isingiro District, and what they found has left residents frustrated and demanding…

LoCAL: EMPOWERING LOCAL GOVERNMENTS TO LEAD CLIMATE RESILIENCE AT COP31

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As the global climate conversation continues at COP31 in Antalya, Turkey, Uganda is showcasing how locally led climate adaptation can translate into tangible community resilience through the…

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Anthony Agripa November 12, 2026 No Comments

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Anthony Agripa November 11, 2026 No Comments

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Shs900m Gone, Road Still a Shame: Hon. Balaam Probes Rushango Road Scandal

Anthony Agripa November 11, 2026 No Comments

Rushango, Ibanda — What was supposed to be a landmark tarmac road for Rushango Town Council has instead become a symbol of alleged shoddy work and wasted…

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